Carob Nibs
Crushed carob pod pieces or nibs, dried and ready for milling or direct consumption in trail mixes. HTS 1212.92.00.00 includes such forms of locust beans as vegetable products for human use.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sold as fruit/nut kernels
Kernels of fruits primarily for consumption may be Chapter 8.
If other vegetable products
Non-carob items in the same group fall under 1212.99.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Size grading certificates help prove not ground into flour
• Foreign matter analysis required for food safety
• Mark as 'not for sowing' to avoid Chapter 12 mix-up
Related Products under HTS 1212.92.00.00
Dried Carob Pods
Whole or coarsely broken dried pods from the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua), used primarily for human consumption as a natural sweetener or in baking. Classified under HTS 1212.92.00.00 as locust beans (carob) in their dried form, not ground, fitting the category of vegetable products used for human consumption.
Carob Powder
Finely ground powder from dried carob pods, serving as a caffeine-free chocolate substitute in baking and beverages. Falls under HTS 1212.92.00.00 as locust beans (carob), whether or not ground, primarily for human consumption.
Carob Flour
Milled flour derived from roasted and ground carob pods, used in gluten-free baking and as a thickener. HTS 1212.92.00.00 covers locust beans whether or not ground, as a vegetable product for human consumption, distinct from cereal flours.
Whole Carob Kernels
Intact or split kernels from carob pods, dried for use in snacks, syrups, or supplements. Classified in HTS 1212.92.00.00 as locust beans, a key ingredient for human food products not elsewhere specified.
Organic Dried Carob Pods
Certified organic dried carob pods, free from pesticides, used for health foods and natural sweeteners. HTS 1212.92.00.00 applies to locust beans in dried form for human consumption, regardless of organic status.
Roasted Carob Chips
Chips from roasted carob pods, used as a snack or baking chip alternative to chocolate. Remains under HTS 1212.92.00.00 as locust beans, processed but not to confectionery level, for primary human consumption.